Private Goa Shore Excursion: Old Goa, Fontainhas & Spice Tour

5.0 (10 reviews) Goa, India
Duration8h - 9h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Discover the best of Goa on this private shore excursion designed exclusively for cruise passengers. Explore the UNESCO-listed churches of Old Goa, visit sacred Hindu temples, stroll through the colorful Portuguese quarter of Fontainhas, and enjoy a guided tour of a tropical spice plantation with a traditional Goan lunch. Travel in the comfort of a private air-conditioned vehicle with a knowledgeable local guide and enjoy guaranteed on-time return to your cruise ship.

Options

Tour for 2 Travelers

Includes: Port Pick-up and Drop-off + Private Air-conditioned Vehicle + Live Tour Guide + Traditional Lunch + Bottled water
Pickup included

Tour for 1 Traveler

Includes: Port Pick-up and Drop-off + Private Air-conditioned Vehicle + Live Tour Guide + Traditional Lunch + Bottled water
Pickup included

Tour for 5 or more Travelers

Includes: Port Pick-up and Drop-off + Private Air-conditioned Vehicle + Live Tour Guide + Traditional Lunch + Bottled water
Pickup included

Tour for 3 Travelers

Includes: Port Pick-up and Drop-off + Private Air-conditioned Vehicle + Live Tour Guide + Traditional Lunch + Bottled water
Pickup included

Tour for 4 Travelers

Includes: Port Pick-up and Drop-off + Private Air-conditioned Vehicle + Live Tour Guide + Traditional Lunch + Bottled water
Pickup included

What's included

  • Guaranteed Return to Cruise Ship on Time
  • Bottled Mineral Water
  • Guided Tour of Spice Plantation
  • Professional English-Speaking Tour Guide
  • Personalized Private Tour Experience
  • Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Cruise Port Pickup and Drop-off
  • Traditional Goan Buffet Lunch
  • All Parking Fees and Taxes
  • Any kind of drinks with lunch

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    Your day starts with a morning pickup from Goa Cruise Port, then set off in an air-conditioned vehicle to explore the city with your private tour guide.
  2. 30m
    Visit one of Goa's most revered Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Admire its elegant architecture, peaceful surroundings, and distinctive white tower that has become one of Goa's most recognizable landmarks.
  3. 30m
    Explore this beautiful temple dedicated to Goddess Shantadurga, known for its unique blend of Hindu and Portuguese architectural influences.
  4. Tropical Spice Plantation
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Travel into Goa's lush countryside for a guided walk through a working spice plantation. Learn about cardamom, nutmeg, black pepper, vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, and other exotic spices that have shaped India's culinary heritage.

    Enjoy a traditional Goan buffet lunch in a peaceful natural setting.
  5. Basilica of Bom Jesus
    30m
    Visit Goa's most famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier and one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in India.
  6. Se Cathedral
    30m
    Discover one of Asia's largest churches, renowned for its impressive Portuguese-Gothic architecture and rich colonial history.
  7. 30m
    Explore this historic church and former convent known for its beautiful frescoes, architecture, and museum exhibits.
  8. Fontainhas
    1h
    Take a guided walk through Goa's charming Portuguese-era neighborhood. Admire brightly colored houses, narrow lanes, artistic facades, and hidden local treasures while learning about Goa's unique cultural heritage.

    This is one of the most photographed locations in Goa and a favorite among visitors.
  9. Pass by
    In the evening, your tour ends with drop-off at the cruise port, your hotel or other desired location in Goa.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

From Goa Cruise Port, Your Hotel, Goa Airport or other desired location in Goa

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Modest clothing is recommended for temple and church visits
  • Remove footwear outside the temple. Socks are fine, you can keep wearing them
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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